Overview
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Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this by empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Transform the everyday with us!
Role summary
The Hardware Engineer Lead plays a vital role in interdisciplinary project teams within industrial logistics and automotive environments. This role focuses on adapting electrical construction for various projects and supports both planning and onsite execution activities. The position works with the lead software engineer and/or Project Manager. This role also includes hands-on support during commissioning activities such as troubleshooting, rewiring, and implementing new wiring systems.
Responsibilities
- Execute electrical design tasks, including new project drawings, system modifications, and as-built documentation using EPLAN.
- Support commissioning teams with troubleshooting and wiring adjustments.
- Coordinate and manage all relevant technical information with both internal and external project team members.
- Ensure compliance with Siemens Business Conduct Guidelines, including fiscal, EHS (Environment, Health, Safety), and export control regulations.
- Monitor budget adherence for hardware-related project activities and minimize non-conformance costs (NCC).
- Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and prepare technical documentation for change requests.
- Support Siemens PM@Siemens methodology, quality management, and milestone deliverables per project guidelines.
- Participate in bid phases by reviewing customer specifications and assessing technical feasibility.
- Promote the use of Siemens products and services wherever applicable.
- Facilitate knowledge management by gathering, documenting, and sharing lessons learned and technical expertise.
- Encourage a team-focused work environment with an emphasis on professional development and collaboration.
- Maintain clear, targeted, and open communication with all stakeholders and actively seek feedback.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications:
- 5+ years of overall professional experience related to Engineering
- 3+ years of professional experience in automation engineering or a related field
- 3+ years of experience with working knowledge of electrical engineering principles, especially EPLAN schematic creation
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- Prior professional experience with installation and commissioning
- Must hold a valid U.S. driver’s license in good standing
- Travel for this role can vary, but expectation would be traveling up to 25% of the time depending on scope of assignment
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred qualifications:
- 3+ years experience with conveyor systems, and storage/retrieval systems
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with industrial safety regulations and standards relevant to project implementation
- 3+ years of experience with components and products from Siemens, SEW, Sick, Pilz, Wago, Festo
- Certifications relevant to the role may be required based on project or regional standards
- Ability to speak multiple languages, Spanish and German in particular
- Experience with Ruplan
You’ll benefit from
- Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
Location and employment type
This is a hybrid position located in Greenville, South Carolina. We are able to assist with relocation.
About Siemens
We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. Learn more about Siemens here.
Equity, inclusion, and equal opportunity
Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce: We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.
Other information
The pay range for this position is 80,920 - 138,720 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
EEO and accommodations
Siemens is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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